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Politics at play: Why is nursery still so expensive?
Apr 3, 2024
Rachel Mortimer, Assistant Money Editor at The Times, discusses the chaotic rollout of the government's free childcare scheme for two-year-olds. The podcast explores the high costs and challenges faced by parents in finding affordable nursery care, as well as the financial strains on households. It also delves into the impacts of underfunding on nurseries and the need for expanded free childcare hours.
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- Government childcare reform faces challenges in funding and staffing, impacting nurseries and families.
- High childcare costs cause financial strain, affecting career progression and family stability, highlighting the need for support.
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Government's Childcare Scheme Challenges and Implications
The government's initiative aiming to address the childcare crisis has faced challenges with inadequate funding and staffing requirements. Despite aiming to provide free childcare hours for young children, nurseries struggle due to insufficient financial support, resulting in closures and financial burdens on parents. The delays in funding information and the voluntary nature of the scheme have led to disparities in nursery participation, impacting both parents and childcare providers.
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